Hello! I've been lurking on this site for quite sometime and finally signed up and decided to introduce myself. I work in IT and have a retail business that afford me some cash-flow but it's obvious that Real Estate i...

I thought I would post some of the numbers for Flips. These are divided in Single Family and Condos/Townhomes. The way I calculate this is based on MLS data. Some data that is missing her is the off market sales (exam...

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I have an opportunity that I would like a second set of experienced eyes to look at with me.I am following up on past leads that I did not close.I have learned more since my first meeting with them and think I can sol...

Hey everyone!
Starting to get real serious and moving towards my first income property, I've noticed a few condo's popping up that were 2/2's.  Wondering what folks thoughts are on: 1) Condo investing and 2) 2/2 in g...

How many times do you need a general contractor with you looking at a property before you get the hang of estimating the numbers?

If you have donated assets to a Charitable Remainder Trust, and became the trustee of the trust, please share your experience regarding control and ongoing expenses. I am trying to go through a shoulda coulda woulda e...

I'm looking at at SFH in Chicago thats listed at $125K. Its in decent shape and needs work but not foundation or anything major like that. I am not sure about the rehab costs but I will be very consverative and say...

Hi all,
I've been compiling my results from my postcard mailings to Absentee Owners over the past few years. Here's what I've been getting:

Average Call-In Rate: 10.67%
Average Voicemail Rate: 4.40%

My Call-In Rate...

I'm looking to purchase a 100 year old triplex that needs a good 50K+ in repairs and updates (I'm still getting contractors out for more estimates and will be doing some of the work myself). Purchase price is $60K and...